Nigeria’s men’s national basketball team, the D’Tigers, have booked their place in the quarterfinals of AfroBasket 2025 after wrapping up their Group D campaign with a flawless 3-0 record.
In a thrilling showdown on Sunday, August 17, at the Pavilhão Multiusos de Luanda in Angola, the D’Tigers edged past long-time rivals Cameroon with an impressive 99–90 victory. The win capped off a dominant group stage performance that saw Nigeria assert themselves as serious title contenders.
The D’Tigers opened their campaign with a commanding 77–59 win over Madagascar, followed by an emphatic 87–66 victory over defending champions Tunisia. Their latest triumph over Cameroon sealed the top spot in the group and a direct ticket to the quarterfinals.
With their place in the last eight secured, Nigeria will enjoy two rest days while other teams, including Cameroon, compete in the play-offs for the remaining spots. The D’Tigers will return to action on Wednesday when the quarterfinals tip off.
